2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2011 Ford Edge
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2011 Ford Edge |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 608 | 1,801 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,459 | 60 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,046 mi | 59,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Ford Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 67 | 686 |
| Engine | 204 | 179 |
| Structure | 21 | 274 |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 261 |
| Power Train | 79 | 172 |
| Steering | 165 | 29 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 187 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 103 | 43 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 59 | 79 |
| Check engine light | 45 | 33 |
| Stalling | 29 | 123 |
| Steering problems | 27 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 27 |
| Overheating | 12 | 11 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
2011 Chevrolet Traverse
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.